Shree Krishnabai temple — Attraction in Maharashtra

At a distance of 300 m from Mahabaleshwar Temple and 6 km from Mahabaleshwar Bus Stand, Krishnabai Temple is an old temple situated few meters away from Panch Ganga Temple in Old Mahabaleshwar. It is among the famous Mahabaleshwar tourist places.

Krishnabai Temple is supposed to be source of the Krishna River. The temple was built in 1888 by a ruler of Ratnagiri on a hilltop overlooking the Krishna valley. The temple has a Shiva lingam and a beautiful statue of Goddess Krishna. A small stream of the river flowing from a cow-face (gomukh) falls in a Kund or water tank which is the source of might River Krishna. Stone carved columns and ceilings are the special characteristics of this temple.

The temple also offers enchanting views of the Krishna valley and surrounding countryside. Behind Panch Ganga temple, there is a small and well-marked trail that leads to Krishnabai temple. It is not visited much by tourists and is isolated but it provides a most exquisite view of the river...

Worth a visit. More than what you feel by reading my review you are going to experience a spectacular view so do visit if you are in Mahabaleshwar. A little bit of history: The Krishnabai Temple in Mahabaleshwar is a temple built in 1888, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Overlooking the picturesque Krishna Valley, it is believed that the location of this temple is the origin of the Krishna River. There is a carved Gomukh (Face of a Cow), through which water from the temple diverges into...

Best place. This temple is lesser known to tourists. However due to Facebook and Instagram many tourists have started visiting here. It's a very divine place and view is just fabulous. It's very old temple and it's architecture is very good. It's well preserved temple. We came to know about this temple due to locals. Everyone should...